Sr. Manufacturing Engineer, Manufacturing Process Development, Optimus
TeslaSr. Manufacturing Engineer, Manufacturing Process Development, Optimus
TeslaLocation
Fremont, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
7/21/2026
Compensation
$109,600 - $234,000 per year
Job description
The Manufacturing Engineer will join the Energy/Charging Manufacturing Engineering team at Tesla, focusing on the development and deployment of advanced assembly and test processes for new manufacturing lines in Fremont, CA. This role emphasizes driving high-quality and efficient production of power electronics for Tesla's energy products. The engineer will be responsible for designing innovative manufacturing processes that meet high-volume production targets while ensuring product excellence. Collaboration with cross-functional teams will be essential to tackle complex problems and drive continuous improvement.
Requirements
- 4+ years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer or similar role.
- Experience with lean and six sigma principles, including proficiency in DMAIC, RCA, DOE, FMEA, PCA, SPC, and Kaizen.
- Proficiency in data querying, analysis, and visualization using tools like MySQL, Python, R, JMP, or Tableau.
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop cutting-edge manufacturing processes for high-volume production.
- Deploy manufacturing processes and equipment to high-volume production through tool qualification and process documentation.
- Ramp processes to meet production targets for cycle time, availability, yield, quality, and reliability.
- Apply various manufacturing techniques and quality assurance methods to ensure product excellence.
- Lead cross-functional teams to solve complex problems using data-driven decision making.
Benefits
- Employees at Tesla are often offered day-one coverage with multiple medical options (some at $0 paycheck cost), dental/vision, company HSA contributions, a 401(k) match, and equity programs. Most roles also include paid time off and holidays, family-building support, employee assistance, commuter and childcare benefits, and access to discounts and wellness programs.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Tesla Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
644
FY2026
Approval rate
92.9%
FY2026
LCA certified
1,444
FY2026
Entry-level share
2.1%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+1%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-60%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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